# Getting Started

### Installation

1. Visit `account.modusvr.com` and log in with your account credentials.
2. Under **Downloads**, click **Software**.<br>

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3. Download the installer for the most recent release.<br>

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4. Run the installer. You will need local administrator access to install and update the software in future releases.\
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### First launch

1. After launching Modus, log in to validate your license. Make sure your network can access the `*.modusvr.com` domain.<br>

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2. After your license is validated, the launcher remains open and downloads the required files. Progress appears in the bottom-left corner next to the feedback and announcements pop-ups.<br>

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### Launcher overview

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### Home

Find quick launch options and the latest update notes.
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### Files

Manage your project files and folders, or open the same directory in File Explorer.
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### Online

View and manage your 360 photos.
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### Settings

Set project defaults, launch settings, online hosting settings, and footer and branding settings for line drawings and 360 photos.
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### Help Videos

Watch tutorials and quick tips from the Modus team.
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### Starting your first session

To launch the Modus software, click the red Modus session under **Home** → **Quick Start**.\
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### Core UI settings

On your first launch, we recommend adjusting the UI scale so it fits comfortably on your screen.

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We also recommend adjusting the viewport quality to a level that performs well.

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If the current frame rate turns yellow or red, lower the lighting and reflections level or reduce the effective resolution.

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